Learn Together
Reading stories of other people’s lives helps children better understand history and their world. It is important for children to see people who look like them in the stories they love that have faced challenges, overcome obstacles, and made a difference in the world!
Materials
- Computer, tablet, or phone to watch the video
- A comfortable place to sit together
Imagine Together
Join former New York Giants football player Justin Tuck as he reads his favorite book Home-Field Advantage, written by Justin himself, about how toughness comes in all shapes and sizes!
Imagine the toughest, strongest NFL player you can! Now imagine him growing up while being bossed around and pushed around by his five older sisters. The comical scenes are endless and Justin shows that toughness comes in all forms.
In 2008, Justin and his wife, Lauran, founded Tuck’s R.U.S.H. for Literacy to encourage children to Read, Understand, Succeed, and Hope. Since then, they been committed to raising funds to donate books and reading materials to support children in the New York, New Jersey, California and Central Alabama communities, as well as provide local organizations with grants to further serve youth. By supporting the communities that have supported them, they hope to encourage children to embrace literacy and gain a true love of reading.
Did you enjoy today’s special storytime Saturday? Continue reading together with CMOM’s All the Way to K and Beyond book list or CMOM’s recommended books on race and racism that helps promote important conversations, especially for young children.